ARADUR® 2973

ARADUR® 2973, in combination with modified or unmodified bisphenol A and bisphenol F-based liquid epoxy resins such as ARALDITE® GY 6010, ARALDITE® GY 282, ARALDITE® PY 302-2, or ARALDITE® EPN 9850 resins, is suitable for the formulation of ambient cure, corrosion- and chemical-resistant coatings.

 

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Product Functions: Curing Agent, Hardener

Chemical Family: Amines, Cycloaliphatic Amine

Product End Uses: Floorings, Pipe Coating, Pipe Liners, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Tank Linings

Labeling Claims: Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Chemicals-free

Product Features: Chemical Resistance, Corrosion Resistance, Flexible, Good Color Stability, Good Mechanical Properties

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Product Features
Advantages
  • Low viscosity
  • Very good film appearance
  • Excellent resistance to a wide variety of chemicals
  • Good mechanical properties
  • Excellent corrosion protection
  • Excellent HCl resistance
  • Good flexibility
  • 100% solids. Enables solvent free coatings - low VOC formulations

Applications & Uses

Product End Uses
Markets
Applications
Application Information
  • Solvent-free and high solids coatings
  • Civil engineering
  • Chemical resistant floorings
  • Tank linings
  • Pipe coatings
  • Secondary containment systems
  • Possible replacement of aromatic amines. Same blush free cure. Higher flexibility and resistance to inorganic acids, lower resistance to organic acids. With EPN 1183 very good fuel resistance.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Handling and Safety Precautions
  • Danger! Corrosive. Will cause severe eye and skin irritation.
  • Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing.
  • Do not inhale mist or vapors.
  • Keep container tightly closed when not in use and during transport.
  • Wash after handling.

       First Aid

  • In case of contact
    • Eyes: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.
    • Skin: Promptly wash thoroughly with mild soap and water.
    • Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
    • Ingestion: If conscious, give plenty of water. Get immediate medical attention.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • Asia Pacific
  • EIMEA
Availability

ARADUR® 2973 hardener is supplied in 440 pound steel drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

This material should be stored at room temperature in the original sealed container

Other

Appearance
Clear, no contamination
Color (SDS)
Yellow
Odor (SDS)
Amine-like
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mix Ratio45.0g/100gGY 250
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Amine Value300.0-335.0mg KOH/g
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.08g/cm³at 25°C
Flash Point111.0°CClosed Cup
Gel Time35.0mat 23°C, 250g GY 250
Viscosity900.0-1400.0cPsat 25°C